Importance of Emotional Intelligence in the Artificial Intelligence Age
Laura Coyle, LTC Strategies Group
Learn:
- How emotional intelligence impacts your productivity, your leadership success and your team culture
- Why effective interpersonal communications will become more critical as virtual and digital communications become the norm
- Ways every leader can demonstrate emotional intelligence in everyday communications and interactions – even in the use of artificial intelligence
Speaker Bio
Laura is an executive coach and consultant with over 25 years of leadership experience in the nonprofit and for-profit sectors. As a certified Emotional Intelligence coach through Genos International, she empowers her clients to reach their full potential and helps them overcome blind spots in their pathway to leadership. Laura is certified by the International Coaching Federation to coach individuals and teams of all stages of career and life.
Mastering Your Method: Designing Efficient Systems to Simplify Workflows
Elzie Flenard III, Journey to Mastery
Mastering Your Method: Designing Efficient Systems to Simplify Workflows focuses on streamlining processes to enhance productivity and eliminate inefficiencies. It provides actionable strategies for structuring workflows, automating tasks, and implementing systems that reduce friction in daily operations. By mastering these methods, entrepreneurs and professionals can work smarter, freeing up time to focus on high-impact activities.
Speaker Bio
Elzie Flenard III is a purpose-driven entrepreneur, speaker, and podcaster dedicated to helping others master themselves and their purpose. As the founder of Journey to Mastery and host of the Journey to Mastery podcast, he empowers early to mid-stage entrepreneurs with actionable strategies to gain clarity, focus, and momentum in their lives and businesses. Through his programs, community, and content, Elzie blends personal growth, faith, and business mastery to inspire lasting transformation.
LinkedIn Leverage: Stand Out, Get Noticed, and Build Influence
Sue Gresham
Millions of professionals are using LinkedIn as their primary tool to grow their business. They strategically create awareness about themselves, cultivate purposeful relationships and share their expertise, with the intent of becoming top-of-mind. During this presentation, LinkedIn expert, Sue Gresham will share the strategies you can use to create a credible professional LinkedIn brand, so you too can position yourself as an influential go-to-person.
Speaker Bio
“Everyone has unique gifts to share and an amazing story to tell” that’s what Sue Gresham, aka “the LinkedIn Lady” passionately believes. As a LinkedIn Coach, Consultant & Expert, Sue has been helping entrepreneurs, coaches, consultants and service providers how to create their personal brand, establish influence, and authentically develop and
nurture professional relationships for over 15 years. In 2023, she was named one of the Top 12 LinkedIn Experts in Milwaukee by Influence Digest.
Getting Out of Your Own Way: Overcoming the Hidden Barriers to Career Growth
Kim Jarvis, All Careers Matter
Are you considering your next career steps? You be unintentionally undermining your career growth. Reflect on your next steps and learn about some common pitfalls people make that may inhibit their growth in this interactive session.
Speaker Bio
Dr. Kimberly Jarvis is founder and CEO of All Career Matters, Inc. Taking a strengths-based, motivational approach, Kimberly infuses her work with leaders and teams with her 25 years of career and leadership coaching experience, her expertise from her doctorate in organizational leadership and master of social work, and her leadership experience in several different industries. Kimberly believes that small, practical and humane leadership changes can make an enormous impact on organizations, teams and individuals. Kimberly is an official member of the Forbes Coaches Council and her career advice has been featured in Forbes, Barron’s, The American Management Association, CNBC, Training Industry, Vogue and Moneyish.
Developing a Highly Engaged Team
Sara Junio, Joule Strategies
When employees feel connected and valued, their creativity flourishes, collaboration strengthens, and productivity rises. In this interactive session, leaders will discover a simple yet powerful equation designed to cultivate meaningful connections and enhance workplace engagement. Walk away with actionable strategies to build a more engaged, motivated, and high-performing team.
Speaker Bio
Sara Junio is a forward-thinking leader who excels in guiding organizations through strategic transformation. With over 20 years of experience in customer service, operational management, and business transformation through technology, Sara has consistently shown her ability to lead companies through complex changes and digital advancements. She speaks to organizations on topics related to amplifying one’s influence through communication and connection, and teaches how to manage conflict within organizations.
Get More Leads from Google: SEO Strategy for Your Website, Content, & Local Visibility
Claire Lauer, CL Content Marketing
1. An SEO Foundation That Works
Clear and actionable steps to optimize their website for Google, ensuring their business gets seen by the right people at the right time.
2. Content Strategies That Rank
Practical tips for creating blog posts and website content that not only resonate with their audience but also help them rank higher in search results.
3. A Game Plan for Local Visibility
Insights on maximizing their Google Business Profile to dominate local searches and attract more inquiries from nearby potential clients.
Speaker Bio
Claire Lauer is an SEO specialist who loves helping small businesses get more leads from Google. Search Engine Optimization can be murky and confusing, but she’s on a mission to make it easy to understand and encourage small business owners to take action to improve their business’s searchability.
Empowered Leaders in 2025 – Top 10 Leadership Trends
Maria Malayter, Innovations in Change LLC
Successful leaders stay ahead by understanding the key trends shaping the future of leadership. This session explores the top 10 leadership trends for 2025, with a deeper focus on three critical areas—such as Growth Mindset, Communication Skills, and Being Leaderful. Each topic is paired with an interactive activity designed to reinforce learning and provide practical strategies for leadership development. Attendees will gain valuable insights to enhance their leadership effectiveness and adaptability in a rapidly evolving landscape.
Speaker Bio
Dr. Maria Malayter, CEO of Innovations in Change, is a business psychologist, executive coach, and consultant. She specializes in enhancing organizational dynamics, fostering mental fitness, and driving performance through leadership development. Dr. Maria is dedicated to changing the world – one leader at a time.
You Can’t Do It All By Yourself: Be a Better Delegator
Rebecca Malotke-Meslin, Pleasantly Aggressive
In this session, you’ll assess your relationship with delegating, uncovering habits that may be holding you back. You’ll learn how to prioritize your current workload effectively and identify tasks that can be handed off. Lastly, you will make a plan to get a few things off your plate so you can shift your focus to high-level goals. Walk away with practical strategies to delegate with confidence, empower those around you, and become a more effective leader.
Speaker Bio
Rebecca Malotke-Meslin is the founder of Pleasantly Aggressive Coaching & Consulting. Through one-on-one coaching and speaking engagements, she helps early and mid-career women leaders working in schools and non-profits gain valuable leadership skills, rediscover their authentic voice, and build the confidence they need to achieve their goals. Rebecca combines her background in social research with 20 years of sales, marketing, communications, and school leadership to create an in-depth and engaging experience for her clients. Rebecca also co-hosts the Confidently You: Women in Leadership Podcast.
Networking is NOT a Dirty Word: How to Build Real Relationships Without Feeling Fake
Susie Moon, Susie Moon Consulting
Leads are a lot like houseplants—some need constant attention, others thrive on neglect, and a few might just wither no matter what you do. What if you had a foolproof system to cultivate the right ones, keep them thriving, and grow your business in the process? In this interactive workshop, we’ll dig into the nitty-gritty of lead generation, from identifying your ideal prospects to nurturing relationships that actually convert. Expect practical tools, creative ideas, and a healthy dose of humor as we discuss:
1. Where to find high-quality leads that match your ideal client profile—whether online, offline, or in unexpected places.
2. Strategies to build trust and keep your leads engaged over time—without sounding desperate or salesy.
3. The art of consistent follow-up that keeps you top-of-mind, closes deals, and turns prospects into raving fans.
Speaker Bio
Susie Moon is the Chief Connection Officer with Susie Moon Consulting. She helps small business owners gain visibility through connections, networking, building relationships, and finding speaking opportunities. Also called a “Mother Nudger,” she holds her clients accountable and insists that leads are nurtured.
